Assistant Coach of Men's Basketball

Job Summary:

Assists the head coach in organizing, supervising, and controlling all the activities related to the sport.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assisting the head coach in organizing, supervising, and controlling all the activities related to the sport
• Demonstrating leadership, sportsmanship, and conduct becoming of the coaching profession
• Annually reviewing any rule changes relative to Men's Basketball; always adhering to all rules, regulations, and policies of the NCAA and MAC
• Assisting the head coach with an annual recruiting goal and attempting to enroll a diverse group of qualified student athletes capable of participation at the Division III varsity level
• Assisting in organizing and conducting an appropriate number of practice sessions and directing all activities during contests
• Advising and mentoring team members and directing the activities of captains, team managers, and Student Advisory Committee representatives
• Preparing a schedule of team activities in conjunction with the Assistant Athletic Director that complies with departmental policies, goals and objectives
• Coordinating team travel, housing, meals, and money with the Athletic Sports Program Assistant and submitting a travel itinerary at least two weeks prior to each overnight event after approval by Athletic Director
• Assist with implementation of game scouts and film breakdown
• Communication and cooperating with the training staff regarding athletic medical clearances, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and status of injured athletes
• Communicating and cooperating with the equipment room staff regarding the distribution, providing an environment that supports that achievement of the academic goals of the student athlete
• Cultivating alumni groups associated with the Men's Basketball program in conjunction with the office of Alumni Programs
• Scheduling the use of game and practice facilities in cooperation with the Assistant Athletic Director and/ or Athletic Director
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Working Condition/ Frequently Used Tools:

• Office, library, computer room
• Typically sitting at a desk or table
• Typically standing or walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Occasional lifting of 25 lbs. or less

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Strong managerial, administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Computer proficiency
• CPR/ First Aid certification is preferred

Required Education/Experience/ License:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Prior playing or coaching at the college level is preferred

Delaware Valley University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.